Smoke was seen coming from a train this afternoon.
Leicestershire Fire and Rescue received a called at 13:49 today (Thursday 8th June) to reports of smoke coming from a diesel train in the station.
Two appliances from Loughborough and East Leake were sent, as well as a water carrier.
On arrival firefighters could see smoke coming from the train but no flames.
Further inspection showed a small fire had started under the train, and was put out by a hose jet.
Storm Goretti hits the Fosse 107 area
Storm Goretti hits the Fosse 107 area
28-year-old police officer charged with rape
A Leicestershire police constable has been charged with two counts of rape.
Drink-drive arrests "extremely disappointing"
132 people were arrested in December, across the county, as part of the annual drink, drug drive campaign.
Cold-snap hits Leicestershire
Gritters across Leicestershire tackled key routes multiple times over the past few days as road surface temperatures dropped to nearly –8C in places.
Life-Line Community Transport Providers get share of funds to improve their vehicles
A number of Community Transport providers in the county have been awarded a share of funds to help improve their vehicles, which include minibuses.
Statue of Ada Lovelace arrives in Hinckley
The Statue of Ada Lovelace has arrived in Hinckley. It will be on display outside the college on Lower Bond Street.
Fire at Judkins Quarry in Nuneaton
Nuneaton and Bedworth Police are supporting Warwickshire Fire and Rescue Service after receiving multiple calls about a fire at Judkins Quarry. Firefighters are tackling the blaze and although there’s currently no danger to the public, the fire is causing quite a lot of black smoke so they advise those in the vicinity to keep their windows and doors closed.
CBE honour for former Leicestershire Chief Constable
"I am truly honoured and deeply humbled to receive this CBE."
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